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Cleaved Diamond Saw Blanks from Japan

Industrial diamonds cleaved into blanks specifically for circular saw applications in stone cutting. These fall under HTS 7102.21.40.00 as simply cleaved, non-gem quality diamonds for industrial purposes.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Use clear photographic evidence of cleavage only, no faceting, to maintain 'simply sawn/cleaved' status

• Specify intended use in wire transfer docs to prevent Customs scrutiny as potential gem material

• Batch imports by size grades to simplify valuation and statistical reporting